The Lady Is The Boss

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  • 1983
  • 1 hr 33 min
  • 6.3  (159)

The Lady Is the Boss is a classic Hong Kong martial arts comedy film released in 1983. It was produced by the Shaw Brothers Studio and directed by Chia-Liang Liu. The film features an all-star cast including Kara Wai, Hou Hsiao, and Chia-Liang Liu himself. The movie tells the story of a young woman named Cheng Tai-Nan (Kara Wai) who is determined to prove herself as a skilled martial artist. Tai-Nan inherits her family's martial arts school but is not taken seriously by her male students who mock her for being a woman. She decides to disguise herself as a man and enters a martial arts tournament to prove her skills. During the tournament, she confronts her nemesis and former classmate Zhao Yun-peng (Hou Hsiao).

Despite Zhao's attempts to discredit her, Tai-Nan emerges as the winner of the tournament. However, what follows is a series of dangerous adventures that require both her martial arts skills and cunning wit to overcome. Along the way, Tai-Nan recruits the help of a group of kung-fu fighters who become her loyal disciples.

The Lady Is the Boss is known for its fast-paced fight scenes and hilarious comedy, featuring slapstick humor, one-liners, and amusing cross-dressing gags. The movie is also known for featuring Kara Wai's breakthrough performance, which established her as a top actress in Hong Kong's martial arts film industry.

The film's action scenes are choreographed by the director Chia-Liang Liu, himself a legendary martial artist and stuntman. The fight sequences showcase his signature style that blends acrobatics, hand-to-hand combat, and weapons. The actors' performances are impressive, with Kara Wai's athleticism and agility earning her praise for her role.

The Lady Is the Boss is a classic movie that has gained a cult following among martial arts film buffs. It is widely regarded as one of the best entries in the wuxia comedy subgenre, and its success paved the way for similar movies. The film's success also led to a sequel, My Young Auntie, which shares the same storyline and cast.

Overall, The Lady Is the Boss is a fun and entertaining martial arts comedy that features memorable characters, great action scenes, and laugh-out-loud humor. It is a must-watch for fans of the genre and a great starting point for those new to Hong Kong cinema.

The Lady Is The Boss is a 1983 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.3.

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  • Release Date
    1983
  • Runtime
    1 hr 33 min
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (159)